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Dashka Slater
Dashka Slater is the author of The 57 Bus, a powerful work of narrative nonfiction. She writes for young adults and has a knack for exploring complex social issues with honesty and empathy.
The 57 Bus
The 57 Bus
- Pages
- 320
- Published
- 2017
- Language
- English
Synopsis
In Oakland, California, a single act on the 57 bus changes two lives forever. One teen, agender and attending private school, is set on fire. The other, a Black teen from a different neighborhood, faces severe hate crime charges. This true story explores the consequences of a reckless moment, examining race, class, gender, and the justice system through the eyes of those involved.
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